THE SILENT POWER OF THE SEED

Based on a sermon by our beloved Bishop Gregory Newman, who preached "The Seed With No Sound," we are reminded that life’s most powerful transformations often happen quietly. A single seed may seem small and insignificant, yet within it lies the potential to multiply beyond measure. Just as seeds work silently beneath the soil, God is often working behind the scenes in our lives, preparing us for greater things. Here's a recap of one of the most memorable messages Bishop has preached!

The Multiplication Principle

A seed never produces just one result; it multiplies. Just as an apple holds multiple seeds, each capable of producing hundreds of apples. Bishop taught us that God’s blessings extend beyond the present moment, providing for our future.

God's Mathematics

God’s math defies human logic. While we calculate limits, God multiplies beyond our understanding—like Jesus feeding 5,000 with only five loaves and two fish. His blessings are abundant, not confined by ordinary rules. God can give us the end result without the process.

The Seed’s Silent Work

Bishop reminded us that plants grow even though we can’t hear them. The seeds work in silence. Beneath the surface, they draw from the earth everything needed to grow, just as God’s blessings often develop quietly. In Genesis, God’s command alone caused plants to grow before the sun existed, showing His power is not bound by natural laws.

The Miracle of Divine Timing

One of the most poignant moments in the message was the statement, "God can make blessings happen even when it’s not their season." Just as He provided oil for the widow without the need to press olives, God can bypass time and process. His timing is always perfect, even when it doesn't align with our understanding.

Silence Isn’t Absence

Silence is the absence of volume; it means quiet growth. Just as seeds grow and plants drink without sound, God often works in our lives silently. His plans unfold in ways we may not hear, but they are always in motion.

When a Tree Falls

The initial fall of a tree is silent, but it creates a loud sound when it finally hits the ground. This crash is more than just noise—it signifies transformation. Just as a tree's fall marks the start of its conversion into something new, like lumber to build a house, so too in life, when we face moments of upheaval or change, it often signals that we are being prepared for a new purpose. The falling is not the end but the beginning of becoming something greater.

Conclusion

Even when life feels quiet or insignificant, trust that your seeds—words, actions, prayers—are growing. God is always at work, silently multiplying your efforts into abundant blessings. Trust His process, for the harvest is coming in His perfect time.